2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Toyota | Avanti |
Model | Highlander | Avanti |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |